Revelation 2:21 cpdv — And I gave her a time, so that she might do penance, but she is not willing to repent from her fornication.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And I gave her a time, so that she might do penance, but she is not willing to repent from her fornication. "

— Revelation 2:21, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Revelation 2 — Context

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And to the Angel of the Church of Thyatira write: Thus says the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and his feet are like shining brass.

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I know your works, and your faith and charity, and your ministry and patient endurance, and that your more recent works are greater than the earlier ones.

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But I have a few things against you. For you permit the woman Jezebel, who calls herself a prophetess, to teach and to seduce my servants, to commit fornication and to eat the food of idolatry.

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And I gave her a time, so that she might do penance, but she is not willing to repent from her fornication.

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Behold, I will cast her onto a bed, and those who commit adultery with her shall be in a very great tribulation, unless they repent from their works.

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And I will put her sons to death, and all the Churches shall know that I am the one who examines temperaments and hearts. And I will give to each one of you according to your works. But I say to you,

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and to the others who are at Thyatira: Whoever does not hold to this doctrine, and who has not ‘known the depths of Satan,’ as they say, I will not set any other weight upon you.

Revelation 2:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Revelation 2:21 say?
Revelation 2:21 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And I gave her a time, so that she might do penance, but she is not willing to repent from her fornication. ”
Where is Revelation 2:21 in the Bible?
Revelation 2:21 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 2, verse 21.
Who wrote Revelation?
Revelation is traditionally attributed to John (traditionally John the Apostle, exiled on Patmos). It was written c. AD 95.
What is the book of Revelation about?
Revelation is the unveiling of Jesus Christ — risen, reigning, returning. Through vivid, symbolic visions it shows the church's suffering, Christ's victory, the judgment of evil, and the new heavens and new earth where God dwells with his people forever. The Bible's grand finale.
What are the major themes of Revelation?
Revelation explores themes including Christ Victorious, Judgment, Worship, Endurance, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of Revelation 2:21.
What translation should I read Revelation 2:21 in?
Revelation 2:21 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Revelation 2:21?
Revelation 2:21 reads (CPDV): “And I gave her a time, so that she might do penance, but she is not willing to repent from her fornication. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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